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Episode 212: Navigating the pace of change.

From robots making your coffee to AI that can get hired for jobs through four online interviews, Ish and Sacha dive into the dizzying pace of technological change since they started podcasting.

Get ready for tales of "digital souls," automated concert footage, and why saying "please" to ChatGPT might be destroying the planet.

Main Topics

• Your Digital Soul is Getting Creepy -- Discover why tech companies want to create AI agents that know you better than you know yourself (and whether you should let them)
• When Will Robots Replace Everything? -- From robot baristas to AI comedians, the hosts debate what jobs might still need that human touch (coffee culture appears safe... for now)
• The Ethics of Being Nice to Machines -- Learn why saying "thank you" to ChatGPT might contribute to climate change (but Sacha's still doing it because the uprising is coming!)

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Ever wondered how Ish and Sacha keep cranking out podcast ideas after 210+ episodes? In this meta-episode, they pull back the curtain on their creative process while simultaneously demonstrating it live! From random observations to full-fledged show concepts, discover the art of turning everyday moments into content gold.

Main Topics

• The Brainstorm Behind the Scenes -- Peek into Ish and Sacha's actual ideation process as they riff on recent experiences (including Ish's adventurous eating in Japan and Sacha's miserable Easter illness)
• Yes, AND...Not BUT -- Why the rules of improv comedy make for better brainstorming and how saying "yes, and" instead of "no, but" can transform your team's creative output
• Ditch the Facilitator? -- A potentially revolutionary idea: what if AI handled the facilitation so everyone could fully participate in the brainstorm? (Or as Sacha puts it: "Can we just be in the room and give some ideas?")

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P.S.: Ish survived eating mysterious "parts" of unknown creatures in Japan (including Achilles' tendons!), while Sacha recommends "Women Talking About Cars" on Audible for your next listen. And yes, we got more proof of Kyla's encounter with Ralph Macchio!

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Episode 210: The leadership skill nobody talks about

Or maybe we should have called it PAUSE FOR EFFECT! 🤫

Turns out the most powerful leadership move isn't saying something brilliant - it's shutting up at the right time!

In this episode, Ish and Sach dive into the superpower of the strategic pause. That magical moment between someone saying something annoying and you responding with career-limiting honesty!

Main Topics

• From Beast Mode to Brain Mode -- How taking a breath shifts you from emotional reactions to actual thinking (novel concept for Sacha!)
• W.A.I.T: Why Am I Talking? -- The acronym that stopped Sacha mid-anecdote at a business breakfast, forcing her to question if she was actually helping or just uncomfortable with silence (spoiler: the men were just enjoying their bacon)
• The Code Word Intervention -- Sacha's friend implements a brilliant system to stop her sentence-finishing habit without public humiliation (friendship goals!)

Try the Three-Second Rule: Challenge yourself to wait three full seconds before speaking in your next meeting. It feels like FOREVER, but it might just save your reputation!

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P.S.: Sacha is reluctantly decluttering her collection of tiny toys, including a crocheted Bernie Sanders, a Ruth Bader Ginsburg figurine, and a miniature toy coffee maker. Growing up is hard! 🧸

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Ish and Sacha dive into several challenging workplace situations and explore effective leadership responses versus gut reactions. From public challenges to walkouts and tech fails, this episode prepares you with practical strategies for those uncomfortable moments that inevitably arise in professional settings.

Plus, we close out the Ralph Macchio story with Sacha's sister Kyla.

Main Topics

• Handling Public Challenges -- What to do when someone challenges your ideas in front of your team, including staying calm, asking clarifying questions, and turning confrontation into curiosity
• Managing Costly Mistakes -- How to take ownership when something goes wrong, focusing on solutions rather than blame, and presenting problems with proportionate responses
• Navigating Heated Walkouts -- Strategies for when someone storms out of a meeting, including acknowledging the tension, taking a reset break, and addressing underlying issues
• Overcoming Tech Failures -- Practical approaches to presenting when technology fails or co-presenters don't show, focusing on value delivery rather than excuses

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• Share your scenarios: Have you experienced a challenging workplace situation? Send us your story, and we'll offer our guidance on what we would do!

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Ish and Sacha explore seven understated yet impactful actions that can elevate your professional reputation and effectiveness at work. Whether you want to increase your visibility or demonstrate leadership potential, these subtle power moves can help you stand out for all the right reasons.

Main Topics

• Find and Fill Gaps -- Identify tasks nobody's handling but need attention, then quietly take ownership without being asked.
• Knowledge Ambassadorship -- After attending training or discovering valuable resources, take time to summarise key points and strategically share them both up and down the organisational hierarchy.
• Professional Courtesy -- Demonstrate respect through seemingly small but noticed actions like helping clean up after meetings, acknowledging support staff, and treating service personnel with kindness. These behaviors reveal character and are closely observed by leadership.
• Strategic Resource Sharing -- When discovering valuable content (books, podcasts, articles), share it with specific colleagues who would benefit most. Add value by highlighting the most relevant sections to respect recipients' time.
• Calculated Risk-Taking -- Periodically volunteer for unpopular tasks, but do so strategically to avoid becoming everyone's dumping ground. Be willing to have difficult conversations that others avoid.
• Selective Heroism -- As a manager, don't delegate every opportunity to "save the day." Occasionally handle visible tasks personally to maintain awareness of your contributions.
• Reliability -- Follow through consistently on commitments, meet deadlines and keep promises to build an unshakeable reputation for dependability.

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Ish and Sacha explore the concept of personal success beyond traditional metrics like money and job titles. This thoughtful discussion challenges listeners to examine their own success criteria, prevent burnout, and align their goals with values that truly matter to them.

Main Topics

• Success Quadrants -- Sacha's framework for measuring success across physical health, mental wellbeing, soul's purpose, and relationships
• Avoiding the Burnout Trap -- Recognising when ambition leads to unhealthy stress patterns and building recovery into your routine
• Shifting Priorities -- How success definitions change through different life stages and why it's important to periodically reassess your goals

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Dive into the creative world with Ish and Sacha as they explore why incorporating creativity into your workday isn't just fun—it's essential for problem-solving, innovation, and mental wellbeing.

Learn about practical ways to unlock your creative thinking, even if you consider yourself "not the creative type."

Main Topics

• The Power of Everyday Creativity – Discover why tapping into creative thinking is crucial for innovation and problem-solving, not just an optional "nice to have."
• Creativity Techniques – Learn simple practices to unlock your creative brain, from colouring and doodling to music and tactile activities you can incorporate into your daily routine.
• Embracing Childlike Freedom – Sacha and Ish discuss how reclaiming our childlike ability to play without judgment opens doors to better thinking.

Show Highlights

• Ish shares the "brick and blanket challenge" as a warm-up exercise to activate creative thinking
• Sacha reveals how incorporating creative activities before tackling problems can put you in a better problem-solving state
• The hosts explore the connection between uncontrollable laughter and creative thinking
• Ish's freaky swimming story reminds us that sometimes our memory of our abilities doesn't match reality

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Join Ish and Sacha as they explore a powerful reflection exercise using five words that begin with "P". In the show, they dive into personal examples of what they're proud of, what they're procrastinating on, and which partnerships they value most - all while demonstrating how these simple prompts can reveal deeper insights about ourselves.

Main Topics

• The Five P's Framework – Discover a simple yet effective reflection exercise using five "P" words that can help you gain clarity on your current priorities and challenges.
• Personal Reflection Examples – Ish and Sacha share their own answers to each prompt, offering candid insights about family pride, procrastination struggles, and valued partnerships.
• Finding Deeper Meaning – Learn how these reflection questions can help you understand not just what you're thinking, but why you're thinking it and what it reveals about your values.

Show Highlights

• Sacha reflects on being proud of her children for making brave choices that go against conventional paths
• Ish shares how procrastination might signal something deeper than just putting things off
• Both hosts discuss their most valuable partnerships in work and personal life
• The honest conversation about what's "pissing them off" ranges from noisy neighbours to global concerns
• Practical advice on what to "pass on" - whether that means delegating, saying no, or leaving a legacy

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